Operating The Machine In Hot Weather; Operating The Machine In Hot Weather; Operation; Operation - Case CX75SR Operator's Manual

OPERATING THE MACHINE IN HOT
WEATHER
1. Follow the recommendations made below:
2. Keep the coolant at the correct level in the
coolant reservoir and in the radiator.
3. Use the correct solution of ethylene glycol and
water in the cooling system.
4. Test the radiator cap before hot weather starts.
Replace the cap as required.
5. Clean all dirt and debris from the radiator, cooler
and engine area.
6. Check the condition of the fan drive belt.
7. Check the dust valve in the air cleaner frequently
during extreme dust conditions.
8. Use lubricants of the correct viscosity. See Fluids
and lubricants in the Lubrication, Filters, and
Fluids Chapter.

OPERATION

1. Take up position in the operator's seat and adjust
it so that all the controls are readily accessible.
S e e O p e r a t o r ' s
Controls/Instruments/Accessories section. Then
fasten your safety belt.
2. Make sure the cab door is firmly latched in open
or closed position.
3. Start the engine, taking into consideration the
prevailing weather conditions. See Starting the
engine.
4. Check all instruments are operating correctly.
5. Sound the horn.
6. Lower the function cancellation lever.
7. Try out all the controls in a safe, open area.

MACHINE TRAVEL

WARNING: In the normal travel position, the
operator's compartment is above the idler
wheels and the travel reduction gears are to
the rear of the upperstructure. If the
upperstructure is turned 180 degrees in
relation to the undercarriage, the controls are
reversed.
IMPORTANT: Before any travel operation, raise the
attachment and the dozer blade (if equipped).
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IMPORTANT: Be careful of interference with the
blade. Take care when digging and folding the
attachment for traveling or transporting because the
bucket may hit the blade. (CX80)
NOTE: Travel speed depends on the tilting angle of
the levers and the travel mode speed selected. See
High Speed Travel Switch in Instruments and
Controls.
1. Straight line travel (Forward Travel)
Press the two pedals (or push the two levers)
forwards at the same time.
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2. Straight line travel (Reverse Travel)
Press the two pedals (or push the two levers)
rearwards at the same time.
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3. Turning to the left (Forward Travel)
Si mpl y pre ss the r igh t-h and pedal or th e
right-hand lever forwards.
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